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Vybz Kartel is Free! Dancehall Star Breaks Out of Prison – What’s Next?

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After a decade behind bars, Vybz Kartel is free! Dancing commences in Gaza City as the dancehall legend steps back on the streets. Find out the juicy details!

After years of being confined behind bars, celebrated Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel is finally a free man! On a momentous Wednesday, the Jamaica Court of Appeal made a unanimous decision to overturn his murder conviction linked to the 2011 case of Clive "Lizard" Williams. The court deemed that re-examining the case was unwarranted, providing a wave of relief not just for Kartel but also for his dedicated legion of fans around the world who supported him throughout this tumultuous journey.

In 'Gaza City,' Waterford, jubilation reigned supreme as residents took to the streets to celebrate the long-awaited freedom of their icon. Kartel's deep-rooted influence in the dancehall scene made him more than just a music artist; he is a cultural phenomenon. His distinctive sound and vibrant performances have captivated audiences, and his return will undoubtedly spark a new wave of energy in the Jamaican music industry. Fans can already envision the infectious beats and lyrics that will flow from the artist’s creative well after spending too long away from the limelight.

As the dust settles on his legal battles, questions abound regarding where Kartel will direct his focus now that he's back among his people. Will he release new music to celebrate his freedom? Or could he leverage his experiences in prison to inspire others and create captivating narratives within his songs? No matter what direction he takes, one certainty remains: the world will be watching closely as he carves out his next chapter.

Interestingly, the process of freeing Kartel has highlighted the ongoing discussions surrounding the Jamaican justice system and its reformation needs. His case has stood as a lightning rod for debates about miscarriages of justice in the Caribbean. As we bask in the glow of Kartel's newfound freedom, it's also important to recognize the wider implications surrounding judicial reforms that this high-profile case brings to the forefront.

Fun fact: Vybz Kartel, whose real name is Adidja Azim Palmer, is not only renowned for his music but also for his self-made brand of high-end rum! As the ‘Worl’ Boss’ returns to the scene, it’s anyone’s guess what else he might stir up next! Kartel's life has always been a rollercoaster of highs and lows, but this time it seems he's ready to dance into a rejuvenated future!

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Vybz Kartel free: Dancehall star to be released after years behind bars (FOX 5 NY)

In a unanimous decision Wednesday, the court decided against a retrial in the murder of Clive "Lizard" Williams, whose body was never found.

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Vybz Kartel Freed After Appeals Court Declines to Retry Murder ... (Rolling Stone)

A Jamaican court of appeals declined Wednesday to retry Vybz Kartel on murder charges, making the dancehall star a free man after a decade in prison.

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A Jamaican court of appeal ordered the release on Wednesday of dancehall star Vybz Kartel, who had been serving a life sentence for a 2011 murder.

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Court of Appeal orders the release of Vybz Kartel and co-accused ... (Barbados Today)

The decision of the court was unanimous, said the President of the Court Justice Marva McDonald-Bishop. She said there were 12 factors on which the judges based ...

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Waterford residents celebrate freeing of Vybz Kartel (Jamaica Gleaner)

Jubilant cheers echoed throughout a section of 'Gaza City' in Waterford, Portmore, St Catherine as news came of the freeing of dancehall entertainer Vybz ...

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Dancehall's Vybz Kartel freed from prison after 13 years behind bars (Metro)

Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel is to be freed from prison after his murder conviction was overturned in March, a court ruled today.

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Vybz Kartel Freed by Court of Appeal in Landmark Decision (St Vincent Times)

Court Rules No Retrial In a landmark decision, the Jamaica Court of Appeal has set free dancehall star Vybz Kartel and h.

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Vybz Kartel out of prison (Jamaica Gleaner)

Dancehall star Vybz Kartel is now out of the State's custody and is back on Jamaican streets. The 48-year-old artiste, who is battling ill health, ...

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Drake Supported Vybz Kartel's Release From Prison, And As With ... (UPROXX)

Vybz Kartel officially became a free man, and Drake immediately showed his support. See the posts. here.

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'Emancipation' Day for Vybz Kartel (Jamaica Gleaner)

Dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel (centre) leaves the Tower Street Adult Correctional Facility yesterday afternoon after being set free by the Court of Appeal. He ...

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Dancehall star Vybz Kartel regains freedom after 12 years in jail (Daily Post Nigeria)

Jamaican dancehall star Adidja Palmer, popularly known as Vybz Kartel, has regained freedom after spending 12 years in jail. Kartel and three other men,

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Jamaican dancehall star Vybz Kartel released from prison after 13 ... (The Guardian)

Court of appeal rules against a retrial for artist convicted of murder in 2014.

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Vybz Kartel freed after murder conviction overturned (BBC News)

Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel has been freed from prison after judges decided he should not face a retrial for murder. The 48-year-old, ...

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Vybz Kartel freed after thirteen years behind bars (The Voice Online)

DANCEHALL STAR Vybz Kartel and his co-accused have been freed from prison after the Jamaica Court of Appeal ruled against retrying them for the murder of ...

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Vybz Kartel Released From Prison After Winning Appeal of 2014 ... (Pitchfork)

The Jamaican dancehall star had been in custody since being arrested and charged for murder in 2011.

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Vybz Kartel Released From Prison After 13 Years (Billboard)

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Jamaican dancehall star Vybz Kartel who collaborated with Rihanna ... (Daily Mail)

Jamaican singer Vybz Kartel is a free man after a Jamaican court opted not to retry him over the 2011 murder of one of his associates.

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Singer Vybz Kartel regains freedom after 12 years in jail (Vanguard)

Jamaican dancehall star Adidja Palmer, widely known as Vybz Kartel, has been released from prison after serving 12 years of a life sentence.

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Vybz Kartel freed after decade in prison over murder charge (The Independent)

The Court then ruled on Wednesday (31 July) that “The interests of justice do not require a new trial to be ordered” and the musician, real name Adidja Palmer, ...

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Where is Vybz Kartel? Dancehall star seen leaving Jamaican prison ... (FOX 5 NY)

Kartel was seen leaving Tower Street Adult Correctional Facility, wearing all white with an orange bandanna around his head and face alongside his fiancée.

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Vybz Kartel Drops 'First Week Out' Mixtape After Prison Release ... (Billboard)

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